Sightseeing
五条大桥
📍 Kyoto, Japan
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★★★★☆
Introduction
Gojō Bridge spans the Kamo River on Gojō street in Kyoto. Legend has it that the warrior-monk Benkei met Minamoto no Yoshitsune here and became his retainer; statues of the pair stand beside the bridge. The views of Higashiyama and the river come with the story.
✨ Highlights
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Benkei legend
Where Benkei met Yoshitsune, according to the tale.
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Statues
Figures of the two stand beside the bridge.
3
River view
Look over the Kamo and the Higashiyama hills.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：Kamo River at Gojō, Kyoto, Japan
→Time needed：About 20 minutes
→Admission：Free
💡 Tips
• The statues stand on the west bank.
• About 20 minutes' walk toward Kiyomizu-dera.
• Evening lights give the riverbank a special mood.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting 五条大桥?
The statues stand on the west bank. About 20 minutes' walk toward Kiyomizu-dera.
